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John Deere 6.8 DTA Engine Engine

The John Deere 6.8 DTA is a 6.8 L 6-cylinder turbocharged, aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the SD135 and SD150. It holds 22.7 L (6.0 gal) of oil and 13 L (3.4 gal) of coolant.

Part of the John Deere 6.8 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

6.8 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
22.7 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity22.7 L
Coolant capacity13.0 L
Displacement6.8 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged, Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Generator sets powered by this engine

2
Generac SD135Generac SD150

Parts cataloged across the John Deere 6.8 family

15
Part #DescriptionCategory
054199BATTERYbattery
GM91509Gasket, Acc Panelgasket
0F1732FUSESother_service
297582Lug, terminal, aluminumother_service
GM24181-1Breaker, Circuitother_service
GM45931Mount, recessed emergency stop buttonother_service
GM47476-19Breaker, Circuit 250 JDPother_service
GM49747Relay, 24V DCother_service
GM65507Receptical, 20A Panel Mountother_service
GM91513Bus, Cam Lockother_service
GM91515Bus, Load Aother_service
GM91516Bus, Load B, N, Gother_service
GM91517Bus, Load Cother_service
GM91518Bus, Bondother_service
GM91521Bus, Lineother_service

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the John Deere 6.8 DTA?

The John Deere 6.8 DTA engine has an oil capacity of 22.7 liters.

What is the displacement of the John Deere 6.8 DTA?

The John Deere 6.8 DTA has a displacement of 6.8 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the John Deere 6.8 DTA engine?

The John Deere 6.8 DTA powers 2 generator set(s), including Generac SD135, Generac SD150.